Edinburgh to Manchester by train
Travelling from Edinburgh to Manchester by train takes about 4h 34m, run by TransPennine Express. A quicker option we found is flight, at 3h 30m. The train is still the cheapest.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainEdinburgh → CarlisleTransPennine Express
- 2trainCarlisle → ManchesterTransPennine Express
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €64 | 4h 34m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €104 | 3h 30m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Edinburgh to Manchester by train: common questions
How long does Edinburgh to Manchester take by train?
About 4h 34m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Edinburgh to Manchester?
The best price in our latest check was €64. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Edinburgh to Manchester?
TransPennine Express. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 3h 30m. The train wins on price.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 5
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